We're looking for an experienced Speech Pathologist with a strong background in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) assessment to join our diagnostic team. You'll play a key role in multidisciplinary assessments, contributing your expertise in communication, language and social interaction to help clients and families understand their profile and access the right supports.
Key responsibilities
Conducting comprehensive speech and language assessments as part of multidisciplinary autism evaluations
Administering standardised and observational tools (e.g., ADOS-2, CELF-5, informal language and pragmatic assessments)
Collaborating with psychologists, paediatricians and other team members in case formulation and diagnostic decision-making
Writing transparent, high-quality reports in line with the National Guideline for the Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism
Delivering feedback sessions to clients and families with sensitivity and clarity
Providing recommendations and referrals to support ongoing support where appropriate
About you
Degree in Speech Pathology and eligibility for Certified Practising membership of Speech Pathology Australia
Minimum 3+ years' experience in speech pathology, with significant experience in ASD assessment
Training and experience in ADOS-2 (ADI-R experience also highly regarded)
Robust clinical reasoning and report-writing skills
A culturally sensitive client-centred approach
Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
About us
Millstream Paediatrics is a multidisciplinary allied health practice based in Mount Pleasant, providing high-quality diagnostic assessments and therapy to children and adolescents. Our team works collaboratively to deliver culturally family-centred assessments to support families with explicit outcomes and recommendations.
Benefits
Contract work or permanent opportunity
Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance
Annual CPD allowance and paid professional development leave
Access to a comprehensive assessment library and resources
Regular clinical supervision and peer review within a collaborative team
Admin support so you can focus on clinical work
📌 Senior Speech Pathologist – Autism Assessment Mount Pleasant
🏢 Millstream Paediatric Developmental Services
📍 Mount Pleasant
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